Garfield County Fair & Rodeo royalty

The Garfield County Fair & Rodeo royalty program is dedicated to provide an opportunity for young women to be spokespersons for the Garfield County Fair & Rodeo, the sport of rodeo, the western way of life, and their community of Garfield County. The royalty program utilizes teamwork, organizational skills, public speaking, community service, and relationships to prepare participants in becoming future community leaders.

 

Royalty program royalty mission statement

The Garfield County Fair & Rodeo Royalty Program is dedicated to providing an opportunity for young women to be spokespersons for the Garfield County Fair & Rodeo, the sport of rodeo, the western way of life and the community of Garfield County. The royalty program utilizes teamwork, organizational skills, public speaking, community service, and relationships to prepare participants to become future community leaders.

 

Queen – Elle Garcia

Hi! My name is Elle Garcia and I am the 2025 Garfield County Fair and Rodeo Queen!!! I am extremely grateful and beyond exited to experience this opportunity to represent Garfield County for the third year in a row. I have always dreamed of being the queen, ever since I was little. It is surreal to be named queen two years in a row and I am so exited to see what the year holds for our team and community.

I am 17 years old and participate in basketball at Rifle High School. I spent many years participating in the The Garfield County 4-H program, but last year I made a huge decision to just focus on basketball and royalty. I enjoy being outside, hanging out with friends and family, riding my horse, and playing sports. I have been riding for over 12 years now and look forward to learning and growing every day. I love working with Elizabeth Holmes, the Garfield County Junior Queen, and couldn’t have hoped for a better human to have by my side and to call my royalty family.

I am looking forward to building stronger, more amazing bonds with my team, the community, and my horse and maximizing what this experience has to offer. I could not do this without the support of my parents, family, coaches (Duston and Kaitlyn) and best friend, Isaac, and I am beyond grateful for them. I, Elle Garcia, the Garfield County Queen, and Elizabeth Holmes, the Garfield County Junior Queen, are looking forward to representing our county and community and cannot wait to see you out there at our events!

Jr. Queen – Elizabeth Holmes

Hi, my name is Elizabeth Holmes, and I’m incredibly proud to serve as your 2025 Garfield County Fair and Rodeo Junior Queen! At 17 years old, I’m a driven student-athlete at Rifle High School, where I balance academics with competing in both basketball and soccer. I bring energy, responsibility, and a strong work ethic to everything I do — on the court, in the classroom, and in the arena. This marks my fourth year in the Garfield County 4-H program, where I’ve developed leadership skills, responsibility, and a passion for agriculture. This year, I’m excited to show my steer, Hilbert, and continue growing as both an exhibitor and role model in our local 4-H community.

I’ve been riding horses since I was little, and I’m constantly working to improve my horsemanship and deepen the bond with my horse. I’m passionate about representing Garfield County with pride, positivity, and professionalism. I love being outdoors, staying active, and building strong relationships with those around me. One of the most meaningful parts of this experience is working alongside Elle Garcia, our two-time Garfield County Queen and one of my best friends. Elle’s leadership and example have truly inspired me, and I’m honored to serve with her. I’m excited to use this opportunity to be a positive influence, grow as a young leader, and strengthen my connection to our amazing community. I am endlessly grateful for the support of my best friend Makayla, my family, and my coaches — their encouragement fuels everything I do. Thank you for letting me represent our county with pride. I can’t wait to meet more of you at upcoming events and make this year unforgettable!